Which is Better between the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer? A Very Detailed Review.

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Papipoo Versus Portuguese Pointer: Introduction

Are you thinking of getting a new pet dog, and you have narrowed down your choices to the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer? Well, you have come to the right place. Because in this article, we will provide you with a detailed comparison of these two dog breeds to help you decide which of the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer better suits you.

We will provide you a detailed discussion and comparison of dog attributes such as intelligence, price, general health, friendliness, etc, for both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer.

Furthermore, we will let you know which one of the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer is better suited for new dog owners, for owners with kids, for owners that live in apartments, for owners with dog allergies, etc.

Importantly, we did some analysis and calculation and we obtained a number that we call the Better-Pet Score™ for both the Papipoo and for the Portuguese Pointer. The dog breed with the higher Better-Pet score is the `better` pet. We hope that these Better-Pet Scores will provide you with more insight into deciding which pet to get between the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer.

Our only goal here is to help you make a well-thought-out decision on your next long-term companion, be it the Papipoo or the Portuguese Pointer.

Papipoo versus Portuguese Pointer: Overview

A very important difference between the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer is the size difference between the two dog breeds. The Papipoo is a tiny-sized dog while the Portuguese Pointer is a medium-sized dog.

Furthermore, the Papipoo belongs to the Mixed Breed Dogs group. Mixed Breed Dogs are not purebred dogs.

On the other hand, the Portuguese Pointer belongs to the Sporting Dogs group. Sporting Dogs were bred to help hunters catch and retrieve feathered game. Some sporting dog breeds such as Retrievers, which were built for swimming, were bred to hunt waterfowl in water. Whereas sporting dog breeds like setters, spaniels, and pointing breeds were bred to hunt quail, pheasant, and other game birds nest on grasslands. Many Sporting Group breeds have thick, water-repellent coats that protect them from harsh hunting conditions.

Papipoo versus Portuguese Pointer: Comparison Table

The table below compares the Papipoo to the Portuguese Pointer based on different important factors such as Price, Health, Kid-friendliness, etc.

When a dog breed scores higher for a factor than the other dog breed, the box of the breed that scores higher is shaded green and the box of the breed that scores lower is shaded red. When there is no difference between the breeds for a particular factor then the box is shaded gray for both pets. Also, when the factor is not important in picking a pet, or when the factor cannot be compared between two pets, the box for the factor is shaded gray for both pets

Most of the factors in the table for each dog breed are ranked on a scale of 1 to 5. “1” means “worst”, and “5” means “best”.

However, some factors such as “Price”, “Average Lifespan”, etc. cannot be on a scale of 1 to 5, so they are not on a scale of 1 to 5 in the comparison table.

Later in this article, we will further explain each factor as it applies to the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer

Factor Papipoo Portuguese Pointer
Tolerates Being Alone 1/5 1/5
Does NOT Shed 5/5 5/5
Does NOT Drool 5/5 3/5
Height 10 to 11 inches 20 to 22 inches
Life Span 10 to 14 years 12 to 14 years
Tolerates Cold Weather 2/5 3/5
Easy To Groom 2/5 4/5
Does NOT Bark or Howl 4/5 4/5
Tendency NOT to Wander 4/5 3/5
Kid-Friendly 3/5 4/5
General Health 3/5 4/5
Potential NOT to Gain Weight 3/5 2/5
Does NOT chew on things 3/5 3/5
Low Prey Drive 3/5 2/5
Calmness/ Low Vigor 3/5 1/5
Easygoing 2/5 2/5
Tolerates Hot Weather 4/5 3/5
Dog Friendly 4/5 2/5
Friendly Toward Strangers 4/5 4/5
Adapts Well To Apartment Living 5/5 1/5
Good For Novice Owners 5/5 1/5
Affectionate With Family 5/5 4/5
Easy To Train 5/5 4/5
Intelligence 5/5 4/5
NOT Rambunctious 1/5 2/5
Minimal Exercise Needs 1/5 2/5
Potential For Playfulness 5/5 4/5
Weight 6 to 14 pounds 35 to 59 pounds
Average Lifespan 12.0 years 13.0 years
Average Price $1500 No Data
Price Range $1500 – $1500 No Data
Common Health Problems and Recommended Health Tests No Data
  • Autoimmune thyroiditis
  • Eye Examination – recommended testing frequency at ages 1, 4, and 7
  • Hip Dysplasia
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    Next, we added the scores of the factors that can be added together for the Papipoo in the table (that is, `Ease of Grooming` score + `General Health` score + `Calmness` score + …etc) and we compared it to the corresponding total score for the Portuguese Pointer. We call these total scores the Better-Pet Scores, as we mentioned earlier. We called this score the Better-Pet score because the better dog breed will have a higher score. This is because the pet will the higher score will have minimal needs and be easier to have as a pet.

    The Better-Pet score for the Papipoo is 87 out of 125 while the Better-Pet score for the Portuguese Pointer is 72 out of 125.

    Based on their Better-Pet scores, the Papipoo is a better pet than the Portuguese Pointer. So, you should get the Papipoo!

    Although we have done our best to analyze these two dog breeds in a very unbiased way, however, we will like to let you know that there are some dog attributes that cannot be assigned a number for comparison. We cannot put a number on how cute a dog breed is, for example. Beauty is in the eye of the beholder.

    Also, the dog breed that best suits you will depend on your peculiar lifestyle, your taste, and your priorities, which we do not know. So, for you to decide on which breed is right for you, read through the rest of the article to further understand both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer so that you can make your own well-informed decision on which pet to get.

    The Most Remarkable Differences Between the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer

    Below is a list of where the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer are most different:

  • Papipoos adapt well to apartment living. However, Portuguese Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.
  • Papipoos are good for new dog owners. However, Portuguese Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    • The Similarities Between the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer

    The Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer are very similar in certain aspects. Below is the list of where the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer are most similar:

  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer do not like to be left alone.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer are not very vocal. They have very low tendency to bark and howl.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer are easily disturbed by noise in their environments. They are sensitive to human tone. They will understand the tone of your voice when you try to correct their behaviors with a firm tone.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer can tolerate hot weather.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer are very friendly towards strangers.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer are very easy to train.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer are highly intelligent.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer have very high energy levels. They need a lot of exercise time to release their high energy.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer require a lot of exercise. They are good for owners who like to exercise.
  • Both the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer are very playful.

    • Size (Weight and Height) of Papipoo versus Portuguese Pointer

    Now, let us discuss the difference in size between the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer.

    Papipoos weigh 6 to 14 pounds when fully grown. Papipoos are 10 to 11 inches when fully grown.

    On the other hand, Portuguese Pointers weigh 35 to 59 pounds when fully grown. Portuguese Pointers are 20 to 22 inches when fully grown.

    Lifespan of Papipoo versus Portuguese Pointer

    The lifespan of Papipoos is between 10 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Papipoos is 12.0 years.

    The lifespan of Portuguese Pointers is between 12 to 14 years. The average lifespan of Portuguese Pointers is 13.0 years.

    Portuguese Pointers live longer than Papipoos.

    Tolerates Being Alone: Papipoo versus Portuguese Pointer

    Papipoos do not like to be left alone.

    Portuguese Pointers do not like to be left alone.

    Do Papipoos shed more than Portuguese Pointers?

    Papipoos do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Portuguese Pointers do not shed a lot. They are good for people with dog allergies.

    Which one drools more, the Papipoo or the Portuguese Pointer

    Papipoos do have a very low tendency to drool.

    Portuguese Pointers drool moderately.

    Which is Easier to Groom, the Papipoo or the Portuguese Pointer?

    Papipoos require a lot of grooming and they are not very easy to groom.

    Portuguese Pointers are very easy to groom.

    Does the Papipoo Have a Higher Prey Drive than the Portuguese Pointer?

    Papipoos have a moderate prey drive. They can sometimes chase after smaller animals and pets.

    Portuguese Pointers have a high prey drive. They have the tendency to chase after smaller animals and pets. They do not get along well with other pets.

    Do Papipoos Bark and Howl? What about Portuguese Pointers?

    Papipoos are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Portuguese Pointers are not very vocal. They do not tend to bark and howl.

    Can Papipoos Tolerate Cold Weather? And can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Cold Weather?

    Papipoos cannot tolerate cold weather. They are vulnerable to the cold.

    Portuguese Pointers can moderately tolerate cold weather.

    Wanderlust Potential: Papipoo vs. Portuguese Pointer

    Papipoos do not have the potential to wander after things that capture their attention. They tend to stay around where you leave them.

    Portuguese Pointers have a moderate tendency to wander. This means that they sometimes get distracted by other animals or objects.

    Can Papipoos Tolerate Hot Weather? Can Portuguese Pointers Tolerate Hot Weather?

    Papipoos can tolerate hot weather.

    Portuguese Pointers can tolerate hot weather as long as the weather is not too hot.

    Which Dog Breed is more Dog-Friendly, the Papipoo or the Portuguese Pointer?

    Papipoos get along very well with other dogs.

    Portuguese Pointers do not get along well with other dogs.

    Are Papipoos good family dogs? What about Portuguese Pointers?

    Papipoos are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    Portuguese Pointers are great family dogs. They are very affectionate with family.

    How Kid-friendly are Papipoos and Portuguese Pointers?

    Papipoos get along fairly well with kids. They are quite kid-friendly.

    Portuguese Pointers get along well with kids. They are kid-friendly.

    Is the Papipoo Easier to Train than the Portuguese Pointer?

    Papipoos are very easy to train.

    Portuguese Pointers are very easy to train.

    Is the Papipoo Better for Apartment Owners than the Portuguese Pointer?

    Papipoos adapt very well to apartment living.

    Portuguese Pointers do not adapt well to apartment living.

    Which is Better for New Dog Owners, the Papipoo or the Portuguese Pointer?

    Papipoos are very good for new dog owners.

    Portuguese Pointers are not the best dogs for new dog owners.

    Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Papipoo

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Papipoo that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Papipoo:

  • Papillon (86 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Pointer vs Papillon.
  • Bich Poo (83 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Pointer vs Bich Poo.
  • Toy Poodle (81 percent match with Papipoo). Here is our comparison of the Portuguese Pointer vs Toy Poodle.

    • Other Dog Breeds That are Similar to the Portuguese Pointer

    Furthermore, there are other dog breeds that are very similar to the Portuguese Pointer that you can consider on your quest to get the best pet.

    We crunched the numbers and found that the following dog breeds have similar personality and temperament as the Portuguese Pointer:

  • American Bulldog (79 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs American Bulldog.
  • Boxerdoodle (77 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Boxerdoodle.
  • Patterdale Terrier (78 percent match with Portuguese Pointer). Here is our comparison of the Papipoo vs Patterdale Terrier.

    • Other Breed Comparisons that Might Interest You

    You may also be interested in how the Papipoo and how the Portuguese Pointer compares to other breeds. So, see below the comparison of the Papipoo and of the Portuguese Pointer to other breeds:

    Papipoo Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Papipoo versus Alaskan Klee Kai     Papipoo versus Belgian Sheepdog     Papipoo versus Harrier     Papipoo versus Doberman Pinscher     Papipoo versus Great Pyrenees     Papipoo versus Norwegian Buhund     Papipoo versus Portuguese Water Dog     Papipoo versus Bull Terrier     Papipoo versus Dogue de Bordeaux     Papipoo versus Lakeland Terrier     Papipoo versus Gordon Setter     Papipoo versus Yorkshire Terrier     Papipoo versus Bloodhound     Papipoo versus Estrela Mountain Dog     Papipoo versus Greyhound     Papipoo versus Pomchi     Papipoo versus Scottish Deerhound     Papipoo versus Greater Swiss Mountain Dog     Papipoo versus Puggle     Papipoo versus Cavapoo     Papipoo versus German Shorthaired Pointer     Papipoo versus Newfoundland     Papipoo versus Toy Poodle     Papipoo versus Chesapeake Bay Retriever     Papipoo versus Cesky Terrier     

    Portuguese Pointer Versus Other Dog Breeds

    Portuguese Pointer versus Schnoodle     Portuguese Pointer versus German Longhaired Pointer     Portuguese Pointer versus Dogo Argentino     Portuguese Pointer versus Shih Tzu     Portuguese Pointer versus Miniature Pinscher     Portuguese Pointer versus Rottweiler     Portuguese Pointer versus Goldendoodle     Portuguese Pointer versus French Bulldog     Portuguese Pointer versus Pembroke Welsh Corgi     Portuguese Pointer versus Border Terrier     Portuguese Pointer versus Chinese Crested     Portuguese Pointer versus Cane Corso     Portuguese Pointer versus Lowchen     Portuguese Pointer versus Shihpoo     Portuguese Pointer versus Miniature Poodle     Portuguese Pointer versus Affenhuahua     Portuguese Pointer versus Akita     Portuguese Pointer versus American Staffordshire Terrier     Portuguese Pointer versus Mudi     Portuguese Pointer versus American Eskimo Dog     Portuguese Pointer versus Pharaoh Hound     Portuguese Pointer versus Dachshund     Portuguese Pointer versus Tibetan Spaniel     Portuguese Pointer versus Kishu Ken     Portuguese Pointer versus Siberian Husky     

    Conclusion: Papipoo versus Portuguese Pointer. Which One is a Better Pet?

    In summary, there is nothing like a better dog breed or a worse dog breed. The important question to ask is which dog breed better matches your interests and lifestyle. We hope our discussion above will help you in deciding which dog breed between the Papipoo and the Portuguese Pointer better suits you and your family.